Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Saint Louis

Affordability in Saint Louis, MO

Saint Louis has a notable presence of HUD-assisted housing, with 109 properties and 8,634 total units tracked in Lease Lantern's data. This level of assisted housing inventory gives renters in Saint Louis a meaningful range of options when searching for income-restricted, subsidized housing.

HUD-assisted properties set rents based on federal guidelines and a household's income, meaning your monthly payment is typically calculated as a percentage of what you earn rather than at a fixed market rate. This structure is designed to keep housing costs manageable for lower- and moderate-income renters, regardless of what the broader local rental market may look like at any given time.

• Total HUD-assisted properties: 109
• Total HUD-assisted units: 8,634

If you are exploring HUD-assisted housing in Saint Louis, connecting with the local Public Housing Authority or a HUD-approved housing counselor can help you understand income limits, waitlist status, and which programs you may qualify for. Lease Lantern's property listings for Saint Louis can help you identify and compare specific buildings as a starting point in your search.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the St. Louis Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 1,372 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that methodological differences mean violent crime rates are not directly comparable across cities.

Environmental Exposure

According to flood risk mapping data, all 109 HUD-assisted properties in Saint Louis have been assessed for flood exposure. Of those, zero are located in a high-risk flood zone. Renters considering HUD-assisted housing in Saint Louis can take note that flood risk does not appear to be a significant concern across this portfolio based on available data.